TWO Donegal men were among 45 youth leaders from across the country who met with US Secretary of State and presidential candidate Hillary Clinton in Dublin last week.
Armed robbery at Burt Post Office
By Cronan Scanlon
GARDAI are appealing for witnesses to an armed robbery at Burt Post Office which took place yesterday (Thursday) morning.
Amnesty letters for human rights
AMNESTY International is inviting members of the public to come to Port na Failte in Letterkenny on Monday to write a letter which could lead to a prisoner of conscience being released somewhere in the world.
Crew of fishing trawler rescued off Fanad Head
THE five man crew of a Downings fishing trawler had a narrow escape after their 50ft boat drifted powerless in high seas and strong winds close to rocks off Fanad Head at the weekend.
Council launch new winter roads website
ROAD users can now stay updated on the condition of the local highways and byways following the launch of Donegal County Council’s new winter website.
Local fish farms hit by sea lice
By Cronan Scanlon
THE highest recorded levels of sea lice on farmed fish in Ireland were found on two Donegal fish farms in recent months, it has emerged.
Coastguard station to remain open
THE Minister for Transport has confirmed that Malin Head Coastguard station will remain open, after months of concern that it was in line for closure in a money saving exercise by the government.
Lough Salt golf balls
THE possible presence of a number of rare, antique ‘gutta percha’ golf balls in Lough Salt, once owned by world renowned golfer Old Tom Morris, got a mention on BBC Northern Ireland news last night.
Earagail Arts announces Altan Clannad double bill for 2013 Gathering
THE word is out on what will be one of next summer’s most exciting events to take place near one of the most beautiful spots in West Donegal.
Claims of lying and bullying in Council chamber
A BITTER argument between the Mayor of Donegal and the Fianna Fáil Party Whip permeated proceedings at the monthly meeting of Donegal County Council on Monday.